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Sibley, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Sibley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 218. Residents earn $54,583 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
218 Population 454/sq mi density
$54,583 Median Income $30,306 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $154,361 Zillow
$1,208 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$54,583 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $1,208/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,583
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Sibley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population218
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,583
Per Capita$30,306
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,361
Housing Units136
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking16.8%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries4

Is Sibley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sibley receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sibley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sibley is $54,583, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sibley is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sibley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sibley has a population of 218 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).

Population

218
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sibley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sibley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sibley is $54,583, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Sibley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,583
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,306
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sibley is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,361.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,361

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,208
4% above US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate6.55%
In Sibley, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sibley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Sibley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates40.5876°N, 88.3782°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density454/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.0%

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